Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Our Maui, HI office is currently seeking an experienced Legal Receptionist.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Receptionist to join our team in Maui, HI. In this combined role, you will be responsible for managing reception duties and providing essential legal support. This position requires excellent communication, multitasking abilities, and a strong understanding of legal terminology and office procedures.

As the first point of contact for clients and visitors, you will represent the firm professionally while managing administrative tasks that support the legal team. The role blends traditional receptionist duties with administrative and legal support functions to ensure the smooth operation of the office.

Receptionist Responsibilities:

• Greet clients, visitors, and vendors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Answer phone calls, direct inquiries, and take accurate messages.
• Schedule and confirm appointments, including coordinating meetings between clients and attorneys.
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, including documents, packages, and deliveries.
• Assist with maintaining the office calendar and schedule management.
• Ensure that all necessary forms, documentation, and office supplies are available to the team.
• Perform general office duties such as filing, scanning, copying, and faxing documents.
• Assist clients with check-in, forms, and general inquiries in person or via phone.

Legal Assistant Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with preparing, drafting, and proofreading legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and discovery requests.
• Maintain and organize client files, both electronic and physical, ensuring all documents are properly filed and up to date.
• Prepare and file legal documents with courts, government agencies, or other parties, ensuring compliance with relevant procedures and deadlines.
• Conduct basic legal research and gather information as needed for cases.
• Assist in managing and tracking case timelines, deadlines, and court dates.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, experts, and other legal professionals to obtain necessary information and documents.
• Prepare billing information and track time for client invoicing.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to case management, including managing emails, calendars, and billing.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and is subject to change based on the needs of the organization.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position with standard office hours.
• Some overtime may be required based on workload.
• This is a fully on-site position based in our Lahaina, HI office. Remote work is not available for this role.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting
• Perform repetitive tasks such as typing and clicking
• Must be able to lift and move light items up to 20 pounds at times
• Must be able to bend, reach, push, pull, lift, and sit

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

Additional Information:

This is a dynamic and varied role, ideal for someone who is eager to contribute to both the front-line client experience and behind-the-scenes legal support. We offer a supportive work environment and the opportunity for professional growth and development. If you are a proactive and reliable individual who enjoys balancing client-facing tasks with administrative responsibilities, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred 1-3 years of experience in a legal setting, with a focus on civil litigation.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, documents, and court procedures preferred.
• Proficient in case management software, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), and Adobe PDF Editor.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines independently.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional customer service abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to independently open and close the office, assist clients, and provide critical support to attorneys in advancing cases.